Bachelor of Information Technology

About this Course

This course will prepare you for careers in the fields of information technology, IT management and cyber security.

In your first year, you’ll be introduced to concepts including programming, mathematics, networking, databases and computer security. You’ll then develop advanced skills in IT that include web development, data management and visualisation in an enterprise context, IT security management and project management. You’ll also tackle complex IT projects – either with peers or on your own.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)

  All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • University Preparation Course;*
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

  For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares graduates for a range of careers via practical experience in analysing and solving real world problems in information technology and related disciplines, underpinned by strong theoretical concept knowledge. Over the course of the degree students have the opportunity to undertake international study tours, work integrated learning experience and internships in their chosen field.

Possible future job titles

Computer Support Officer, Systems Analyst, IT Consultant, Systems Administrator, Software Support Officer, Project Manager, Systems Integrator, Data Analyst